#157: The Potential of OCT for Monitoring and Predicting Multiple Sclerosis (with Dr. Joachim Havla)

#157: The Potential of OCT for Monitoring and Predicting Multiple Sclerosis (with Dr. Joachim Havla)

In this episode of the MS-Perspektive Podcast, neurologist Dr. Joachim Havla explains the potential of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for monitoring and understanding multiple sclerosis.

OCT is a quick, non-invasive eye scan that measures the tiny layers of the retina with micrometer precision. Because the retina is part of the central nervous system, researchers are investigating whether OCT measurements could help detect neurodegeneration and disease activity in MS.

In this interview we also discuss the role of optic neuritis and why it is important to distinguish between Multiple Sclerosis, Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD) and MOG Antibody Disease (MOGAD).

🎧 Note: This episode is the English adaptation of a German interview.

Read the original German article:
https://ms-perspektive.de/EN/157-oct

Learn more about the research of Dr. Havla's team at the:
Havla Lab – Neuro\Vision

Topics in this episode
  • Why the eye can reveal changes in the brain

  • How OCT works and what it measures

  • Optic neuritis in MS, NMOSD and MOGAD

  • What retinal thinning may tell us about neurodegeneration

  • Current OCT research and future perspectives for MS care

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Nele

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